David Jaimovich

Quality Resources Intl.

Dr. David Jaimovich is the President and founder of Quality Resources International. As the former Chief Medical Officer and Vice President for International Accreditation Services for Joint Commission Resources (JCR) and Joint Commission International (JCI), Dr. Jaimovich realized the need to develop quality and performance improvement programs and patient safety initiatives as they relate to accreditation and improving the safety of patients in the hospital setting. He has overseen the development of these programs worldwide, and has worked closely with governments and healthcare agencies on 5 continents.

He brings his expertise to Quality Resources International (QRI) in order to collaborate directly with governments and healthcare organizations. Under Dr. Jaimovich’s leadership, QRI is developing programs with a social agenda, providing technical assistance and consulting, as well as comprehensive educational programs with a goal of improving patient safety and quality of care worldwide.

His particular interest is in physician engagement of patient safety and quality in the hospital environment. He has presented at many state, national, and international meetings on such topics as performance improvement, accreditation operations, standards development, and disaster preparedness. In addition, he has published numerous books and articles, and written chapters on Pediatrics, Transport Medicine, Healthcare Quality and Standards.

Dr. Jaimovich is a board-certified pediatric specialist. He serves as co-chair of the Bioterrorism Pediatric Task Force for the Illinois Department of Emergency Medical Services. Dr. Jaimovich is an associate professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the University of Illinois, and an honorary professor of Pediatrics at the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain, where he received the 1999 Gold Medal for Clinical Excellence in the Medical Field. He is the recipient of numerous awards including the 2004 Ron W. Lee, M.D. Excellence in Pediatric Care Award, and the Top Doctors of Chicago Award for years 2001 through 2004 and Top Doctors in America in 2005. After receiving his medical degree from University Autonoma de Guadalajara Medical School, Dr. Jaimovich completed his pediatric fellowships at Rush Medical College Division of Critical Care, and Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL.